Our Work
At United Way of Northwest Connecticut, we believe in the power of community to create lasting change and improve lives.
Through our commitment to strengthening local communities, supporting youth and families, advancing health and well-being, and promoting financial stability, we work together to address the challenges facing our neighbors. Join us in building a stronger Northwest Connecticut where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Our Impact Areas
Healthy Community
Improving health and well-being for all.
- Chore Services – Non-medical Chore and Transportation
- Friendly Hands Food Bank – Kicks for Kids Program
- Torrington Area Families for Autism – T.A.F.A. Caregiver Coaching/BCBA Support Program
Food Security
- Community Kitchen of Torrington – Your Part of the Solution
- FISH – FISH Food Pantry Food for a Month Program
- Northwest Connecticut Food Hub – Produce RX Program
Youth Opportunity
Helping young people realize their full potential through early literacy, enrichment, camp experiences, and access to quality child care.
- KidsPlay Children’s Museum – Birth to Graduation Program
- Torrington Library – Early Literacy Initiative
- American Mural Project – Summer Amp-Art Enrichment Program
- Camp Mohawk – Northwest Connecticut Youth Campership Program
- Camp Workcoeman (Boy Scouts of America) – Camp For All Program
- Canaan Child Care – Tuition Scholarship Program and Healthy Snacks Program
- Falls Village Day Care – Tuition Scholarship Program
- McCall Behavioral Health – Healthy Families Thriving Futures
- Northwest CT YMCA – Camperships for Camp Moe and Camp Rising Star
- Nutmeg Ballet Conservatory – Nutmeg Inclusive Access Fund for Adaptive Dance Program
- Pleasant Valley Children’s Center – Tuition Scholarship Program
- Winsted Area Child Care – Tuition Scholarship Program
Financial Security
Building financial stability for families today and opportunity for generations to come.
- Canaan Child Care – Tuition Scholarship Program and Healthy Snacks Program
- Falls Village Day Care – Tuition Scholarship Program
- Nutmeg Ballet Conservatory – Nutmeg Inclusive Access Fund for Adaptive Dance Program
- Pleasant Valley Children’s Center – Tuition Scholarship Program
- Winsted Area Child Care – Tuition Scholarship Program
Community Resiliency
Meeting Today’s Needs, Building a Stronger Tomorrow.
- Community Health and Wellness Center – Addressing Social Determinants of Health
- Northwest Hills Council of Governments – Rapid Response Program
- Project SAGE – Safe Housing Stabilization Program for Survivors
- Susan B. Anthony Project – Rebuilding Lives Program